[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 1433 Introduced in House (IH)]

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118th CONGRESS
  2d Session
H. RES. 1433

 Condemning the Taliban as a terrorist organization and supporting the 
  Vienna Process as a platform for anti-Taliban political opposition.


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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                           September 10, 2024

Mr. Burchett submitted the following resolution; which was referred to 
                    the Committee on Foreign Affairs

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                               RESOLUTION


 
 Condemning the Taliban as a terrorist organization and supporting the 
  Vienna Process as a platform for anti-Taliban political opposition.

Whereas the Taliban, having seized control of Afghanistan in August 2021, has 
        engaged in a systematic campaign of violence, repression, and terror, 
        undermining the fundamental rights of the Afghan people and violating 
        international norms, while also harboring foreign terrorist 
        organizations and providing them with a safe haven to operate, further 
        destabilizing the region and posing a threat to global security;
Whereas the Taliban's actions, which include the persecution of women and girls, 
        the suppression of free speech, and the targeting of ethnic and 
        religious minorities, exemplify the characteristics of a terrorist 
        organization and warrant unequivocal condemnation by the international 
        community;
Whereas, in light of the Taliban's continued acts of terrorism and oppression, 
        it is imperative that the United States reaffirms its commitment to 
        promoting democratic governance and human rights in Afghanistan, as well 
        as supporting those who oppose the Taliban's authoritarian rule;
Whereas the Vienna Process, an inclusive political dialogue platform established 
        in Vienna, Austria, serves as a beacon of hope for all anti-Taliban 
        opposition groups, fostering a united front against the Taliban's 
        oppressive regime;
Whereas the Vienna Process promotes collaboration and inclusivity, bringing 
        together diverse factions, including former government officials, civil 
        society representatives, and various ethnic groups, ensuring that all 
        voices within Afghanistan's opposition are heard and represented;
Whereas the Vienna Process has emerged with an emphasis on inclusivity and 
        comprehensive representation of the Afghan populace, thereby enhancing 
        the legitimacy and effectiveness of efforts to establish a democratic 
        and accountable governance structure in Afghanistan;
Whereas the Vienna Process embodies a commitment to peaceful negotiation and 
        conflict resolution, providing an alternative to the Taliban's violent 
        tactics and fostering an environment where dialogue can flourish;
Whereas the Vienna Process is endorsed by Vets4NRF, an organization of United 
        States veterans that supports all anti-Taliban movements, including the 
        National Resistance Front of Afghanistan, led by Ahmad Massoud, and the 
        Afghanistan Green Trend, led by Amrullah Saleh, within the United 
        States, with the aim of improving the relationship between Afghanistan 
        and the United States;
Whereas the United States dedicated over 20 years to supporting democracy and 
        strengthening the rule of law in Afghanistan through diplomatic and 
        military efforts; and
Whereas the United States and veterans of the Global War on Terrorism, and their 
        families, who sacrificed greatly in this 20-year war in the name of 
        protecting the United States from terrorism by strengthening 
        Afghanistan's freedom, remain committed to supporting the people of 
        Afghanistan in their ongoing struggle for freedom: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
            (1) condemns the Taliban as a terrorist organization for 
        its ongoing violent and oppressive actions against the people 
        of Afghanistan and its blatant disregard for human rights and 
        international law, as well as its support for international 
        terrorist organizations;
            (2) supports the Vienna Process as a crucial platform for 
        uniting all anti-Taliban political opposition groups, 
        emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and representation in 
        the pursuit of a democratic future for Afghanistan;
            (3) encourages continued international engagement with the 
        Vienna Process and its stakeholders, recognizing its potential 
        to forge a united front against the Taliban and create pathways 
        for sustainable peace and stability in Afghanistan;
            (4) calls on the United States Government to actively 
        participate in and support the Vienna Process, ensuring that 
        the voices of the people of Afghanistan are prioritized in any 
        future negotiations regarding the governance of Afghanistan;
            (5) reiterates the importance of standing in solidarity 
        with the people of Afghanistan, particularly those who have 
        been marginalized and oppressed under the Taliban regime, and 
        affirms the commitment to uphold human rights and democratic 
        principles in all diplomatic efforts; and
            (6) respectively requests that the Clerk of the House of 
        Representatives transmit a copy of this resolution to the 
        Secretary of State and to the United Nations, urging them to 
        support the aims of the Vienna Process in fostering a 
        democratic Afghanistan free from the tyranny of the Taliban.
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